Is Charlton Kings Safe?
Crime statistics for Charlton Kings. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 1,009 total crimes recorded in Charlton Kings
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Charlton Kings — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charlton Kings safe?
Charlton Kings has a CrimeRadar safety score of 55/100, rated Average. A total of 399 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 34.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Charlton Kings are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Charlton Kings in the last 12 months?
399 crimes were recorded in Charlton Kings in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 34.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (610 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 307 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Charlton Kings?
The most common crime in Charlton Kings is Violent Crime, with 307 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 76.9% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Charlton Kings increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Charlton Kings is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 34.6% — from 610 crimes in the previous 12 months to 399 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Charlton Kings?
Charlton Kings has a safety score of 55 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Charlton Kings compare to the Gloucestershire Constabulary average?
Charlton Kings has a safety score of 55/100, while the Gloucestershire Constabulary force area average is 41/100. Charlton Kings is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Charlton Kings?
40.1% of crimes recorded in Charlton Kings resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Gloucestershire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Charlton Kings?
307 violent crimes were recorded in Charlton Kings in the last 12 months — representing 76.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 263 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Charlton Kings last updated?
The crime data for Charlton Kings was last updated in May 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Charlton Kings with other areas?
You can compare Charlton Kings with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.